The State of Florida is hard on drug crimes, as they seek to not only reduce these offenses but also prevent the movement of drugs in and out of the state. Thus, the penalties associated with drug trafficking are severe. In many cases, drug trafficking matters involve...
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Constitutional rights during arrest or detention
When an individual is arrested and charged with a crime in this country, they do not always realize that they are protected from certain actions by law enforcement under several provisions of the U.S. Constitution. Unfortunately, an encounter with police officers can...
House fire sparks arrest of local woman
Relationships can be hard and messy, and especially during these tumultuous times, maintaining a relationship has never been harder. And, as a result, when a relationship explodes, we may find ourselves doing things we would have never thought possible. This is what...
Here’s how you can approach your theft case
Theft charges are common across the Clermont area. Although these charges might seem relatively minor, they can actually carry pretty severe consequences. In addition to damaging your reputation, they can hit you with significant penalties such as jail time, hefty...
Is an IID required if you’ve been convicted of a DUI?
If you've been convicted of driving under the influence, it's likely that you'll be paying some hefty fees and possibly spending some time in jail. Unfortunately, the consequences don't always stop there. Some Florida residents may find themselves required to have an...
Consequences for underage DUI in Florida
Under Florida law, individuals under the age of 21 are not allowed to purchase, possess or consume alcohol. Furthermore, they are not allowed to operate a motor vehicle if their blood alcohol level is .02 or greater. Those who are convicted of underage DUI for the...
Is an eyewitness reliable?
Imagine that you're falsely accused of a Florida crime because an eyewitness insists that you're guilty. There are, unfortunately, times when an innocent person is found guilty. This may be because of mistaken identity or a dishonest account from the eyewitness. On...
How are assault and battery different?
It's common to hear the phrase "assault and battery" used to describe what may be a single criminal incident. However, in Florida law, they're different things. Both actions involving inappropriately invading the personal space of another person. Both assault and...
How does the “exclusionary rule” work?
The prohibition against unlawful searches and seizures remains a fundamental constitutional right that protects citizens from government and law enforcement abuse. The exclusionary rule derives from this right, and it bars the use of illegally obtained evidence from...
Do students have legal rights?
Everyone in the state of Florida has rights, including underage high school students. While school staff members can search your locker, backpack and other personal items under certain conditions, they can't strip search you or search your belongings whenever they...
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